Meals on Wheels: Tuesdays and Fridays, at noon. Call (978) 838-2215 for delivery.

Clinton van available: for Berlin riders on Fridays for shopping to grocery stores in Clinton; the out-of-town-van available to Berlin riders to Worcester on Wednesdays and Fridays. Call Sue at (978) 365-9416 ext. 2, for information.

BOLTON

(978) 779-3313

For more information, visit The Friends of the Bolton Seniors at ww.fobsbolton.wordpress.com.

Visit the FOBS website, at www.fobsbolton.wordpress.com, to find out more about this month's activities and ways to support seniors, or call Mary Boyd at (978) 779-2740.

Tai Chi: classes are offered at the Bolton Senior Center with financial assistance from Friends of Bolton Seniors, sponsors the Tai Chi classes on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Each session runs for six weeks and costs $23 per senior or $5 per session. The cost for seniors from other towns is $6 per session. The class is geared toward seniors who are capable of standing for one hour and want to improve their balance and strength. New participants are always welcome. No experience, equipment, or special attire is necessary. If you have topics or issues of concern, contact Sheila Chmielowski, Director, or Sally Steele, Outreach Coordinator, at (978) 779-3313 or COA@TownofBolton.com. If you would like to receive the Council on Aging Newsletter, contact Sheila Chmieloswki. The newsletter is free if sent by email or $5 per year if mailed.

Bridge: on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Meet with a lawyer: on Wednesdays, at 10 a.m.

Yoga: on Wednesdays, on 10:15 a.m.

Tai Chi: on Wednesdays, at 11:30 a.m.

Outreach: is on Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:30 a.m.

Painting Class: is on Thursdays, at 10 a.m.

CLINTON

CLINTON COUNCIL ON AGING:

(978) 365-9416

The Clinton Senior Center is located at 200 High St. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Nutrition/food

Farmers Market Coupons: are available.

Meals on Wheels enrollment: is available by calling the Montachusett Opportunity Council (MOC) in Fitchburg at (978) 345-8501 ext. 1.

Lunch at the Center: is served daily at the center at 11:30 a.m. Reservations are requested. The Center suggested a $2.25 donation.

Clinton Senior Center Garden: grows produce for cooking and distribution at the Senior Center. The center needs volunteers again this year. Contact Jean Mitchell to apply at (978) 365-9416.

Senior Tax Rebate Program: is a way for seniors to work at various jobs throughout town and earn a $750 credit on their property tax bill. Applications are available at the Clinton Senior Center. The Town of Clinton has allocated 20 spots for this program. Placements start mid July. Eligibility requirements: must be at least 62 years old, a homeowner or current spouse of a home owner, own and occupy the property, max income if single the cost is $40,000; if married $50,000, and must have the ability to work 90 hours between July 9, 2013 and June 30, 2014.

Spanish Class: will be held at senior center using the Rosetta Stone program. Anyone interested in joining, call the center for an appointment.

Recumbant Bike and Wii bowling and dancing are always available. Equipment, such as walkers, commodes, wheelchairs, is available for loan through the Senior Center. Inventory varies so call ahead.

LANCASTER

(978) 733-1249

Shopping Trips: may fill or be canceled if there are no reservations. The trips are on Fridays and cost $2 round trip; home pick-up and drop off, call (978) 733-4076. Trips leave will leave at 9 a.m. and includes stopping for lunch. The upcoming trips are: Oct. 4, Down Easter train to Portland and ferry to Peaks Island; Oct. 11: Market Basket and Whitney Field; Oct. 18: Water Tower Plaza; Oct. 25, Spooktacular Potluck Luncheon; Nov. 1: Market Baket and Whitney Field; Nov. 8: Consignment Crawl, breakfast and treasures; Nov. 15: WalMart, in Leominster; and Nov. 22, Thanksgiving with friends.

Honor a returning veteran: if you know a Veteran returning from the service, you may add their name to the lighted sign by calling (978) 706-1754 or (978) 333-6239, for Roland Nelson, Veterans Agent and the Lancaster Fire Dept.

Game Night: on Nov. 4, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Come join Seniors and the Students of the Clinton/Lancaster Youth Group for a night of fun and games. The Senior Center provide the games;you provide the expertise or the willingness to learn. The center also provides dinner.

Make your own greeting cards: on Dec. 6, at 10 a.m., make Christmas greeting cards. Each class will allow you to make 3 to 4 greeting cards, Using rubber stamps, colored markers and pre-cut card stock. All included and prepared for you. The fee is $10 per class. No experience is necessary. Our instructor, Joan Allard, enjoys designing and making car

Well Adult Clinic: See town nurse Tamara Bedard on the third Wednesday of each month, from 11 a.m. to noon.

Perkins Senior Swim: Monday and Tuesday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. For more information, call Dan Eppel at (978) 368-6508.

Talking Book Library:for the vision impaired or blind. Audios and large print books are available on loan for free. www.worcpublib.org/talkingbook/index.htm for information, frequently asked questions, and a registration form.

The Mart/Senior Van: will help you move; reserve (978) 733-4076. At home, pick up and drop off is Monday through Thursday. Call for policies. See Friday trip schedule and special events too. Currently there is no charge for rides in town, or neighboring towns, however reservations are required. Must be reserved at least 24 hours ahead, medical reservations will be taken well in advance. Less than 24 hours notice cancellation fee may apply. The van runs Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. through 4 p.m. Mart service to Senior Center is free for seniors over age 60 and disabled coming to meals and events. Service in Town: is $0.50. Service outside Lancaster to a contiguous town is $1.

Help wanted for project ABLE: for a building/maintenance person and an office person. You will be trained and learn new skills. To qualify you must be over 55, meet income guidelines and be willing to learn a new job. Wages are paid directly. Call 978 733 4076 for more information.

Numbers to know:

Congregate Meal Site: (978) 706-1958

Commission on Disability: (978) 706-1527

Commission on Disability: (978) 706-1527

Council on Aging: (978) 733-1249

COA Transportation Line: (978) 733-4076

Veterans' Representative: (978) 706-1754

STERLING

(978) 422-3032

The Senior Center is located at the Butterick Municipal Building. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. to noon on Fridays. The office can be contacted by calling (978) 422-3032. There is an answering machine available 24 hours a day. For further information or to sign up as a volunteer, contact the Council on Aging at (978) 422-3032.

Lunch served: every day. Anyone over 60 is welcome to join and eat, just call in a reservation the morning before: (978) 422-8022. Home-delivered meals are also available daily. There is a $2.25 suggested donation.

The COA now has a second van available to take seniors to morning appointments. Please call the Senior Center at (978) 422-3032 to schedule a ride.

Upcoming events:

Senior Center closed: for Thanksgiving Friday, Nov. 29.

Senior Center Christmas Party: on Sunday, Dec. 1, at 1 p.m. Roger Tincknell will be back performing 'A Winter Solstice Celebration' including traditional songs from Chanukah, Christmas and other winter holiday traditions. In addition, the program also includes songs of light from around the world and seasonal sing-a-longs. The program is performed on guitar, mandolin, banjo, Irish Bodhran, harmonica and Russian balalaika. The COA board happily provides this program free of charge. A vast array of sweets and goodies will be provided at the end of the performance.

Chocksett School Annual Senior Breakfast: Friday, Dec. 13, from 8:45 to 10:45 a.m., at the school. Seniors are invited for a free breakfast followed by Holiday music. Call the Senior Center at (978) 422-3032 to sign up for this wonderful event. Sign up required by Friday, Dec. 6. Don't miss out! The van will be available to bring people.

Rights and Choices in Healthcare: on Monday, Dec. 9 at 12:30 p.m., by Attorney Nicholas Kaltsas. With the changes to Medicare, people have more rights and options than ever before. Come and learn how to advocate for yourself and make sure you are getting the care you want. All are welcome.

Christmas Sing A Long with Dick Chase: on Thursday, Dec. 12, at 1 p.m. Come and join for an entertaining afternoon of holiday music. Singing along is encouraged. Free refreshments. All are welcome.

Managing Stress During the Holidays: on Monday, Dec. 16, at 12:15 p.m. This talk by Michele Jones from Corcoran House at 12:15 p.m. The holidays can bring on added and unnecessary stress to already busy lives. Come and learn how to deal with stress, manage your budget, and enjoy the holidays. All are invited.

Houghton School Holiday Concert: on Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 10:30 a.m., at the Senior Center. Join as the kids come and sing at the Senior Center.

SHINE counselor: on Thursday, Dec. 19, will be available to answer health insurance questions. Appointments are required by calling the Senior Center at (978) 422-3032.

Elder Keep Well Clinic: on Thursday, Dec. 19, from 12 to 2 p.m.

Book club: on Thursday, Dec. 19, at 12:30 p.m. This month's selection is Christmas Jars by Jason Wright.

Pancake Breakfast: on Friday, Dec. 27, from 8 to 10 a.m. For $2 you can have pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee, tea, and tea breads. All are welcome. Sponsored by the volunteers from the Friends of the Sterling Seniors

COA's second van: is now available to take seniors to morning appointments. Call the Senior Center at (978) 422-3032 to schedule a ride.

Ongoing events:

Mondays

Coffee hour: at 9 a.m., have a doughnut and coffee with a friend.

Art classes: 10 a.m.

Senior Fitness: at 10 a.m., free.

Tuesdays

Walking club: at 9 a.m. at the Cider Mill, 15 Waushacum Ave.

School Committee Rep.: Sarah LaMountain will be at the center on Tuesdays, at 9 a.m. to discuss the school department, school issues, the Senior Center, or any other questions residents have. All are welcome.

Game Day: at 12:15 p.m., something for everyone.

Wednesdays

Chair Yoga: at 9:30 a.m. $3 a class.

Computer class: at 10 a.m. free, sign up at (978) 422-3032.

Thursdays

Yoga: at 9 a.m., gentle stretches for strength and flexibility, $3 a class.

Wednesdays

The van takes seniors on shopping trips to Wal-Mart, K-Mart, Searstown, etc. Call the Senior Center for more information.

Computers: are Internet accessible, seniors are invited to use them as needed.

Pool Table: available for any games or practice.

Transportation provided: by senior van. The charge is $1 roundtrip in town and $2 roundtrip out of town. There is no charge to come to the Senior Center. Call (978) 422-3032 at least 48 hours in advance to make a reservation. The van is available for other appointments on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons.